Darquarn Goodman
VA
Summary
Results-driven Mechatronics & Robotics Technician with 5 years of experience maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing automated material handling systems, robotics, conveyors, PLC-controlled equipment, electrical systems, and industrial automation machinery. Experienced in preventive maintenance, root cause analysis, and minimizing equipment downtime in fast-paced production environments. Strong commitment to safety, continuous improvement, and operational excellence.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Mechatronics Technician
Shades Of Light
Midlothian, Virginia
12.2023 - Current
- Maintained automated manufacturing equipment and robotic production cells.
- Performed troubleshooting of PLCs, HMIs, sensors, electrical circuits, and industrial controls.
- Installed replacement motors, pneumatic components, conveyors, and mechanical assemblies.
- Assisted in commissioning new automation equipment and performing acceptance testing.
- Reduced equipment downtime through preventive maintenance and rapid troubleshooting.
- Maintained accurate maintenance records in a CMMS.
Mechatronics & Robotics Technician
Dover Food Retail
Richmond, Virginia
08.2021 - 12.2023
- Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on automated conveyors, robotic systems, sortation equipment, and PLC-controlled machinery.
- Troubleshoot electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and automation issues to maximize equipment availability.
- Diagnose PLC faults using Allen-Bradley and Siemens control systems.
- Repair motors, gearboxes, belts, bearings, sensors, VFDs, servo drives, and electrical control panels.
- Conduct equipment inspections and complete work orders using CMMS software.
- Support equipment upgrades, installations, and automation improvement projects.
- Perform root cause analysis on recurring equipment failures and implement corrective actions.
- Maintain compliance with OSHA regulations and Lockout/Tagout procedures.
- Partner with operations and engineering teams to improve system reliability and production efficiency.
Education
John Marshall High School
Richmond, VirginiaSkills
- Allen-Bradley PLCs
- Siemens PLCs
- FANUC Robotics
- ABB Robotics
- KUKA Robotics
- Yaskawa/Motoman Robotics
- Rockwell Automation
- CMMS (SAP, Maximo, or similar)
- Electrical Schematics
- Multimeters
- Oscilloscopes
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Lockout/Tag out
Timeline
Mechatronics Technician
Shades Of Light
12.2023 - Current
Mechatronics & Robotics Technician
Dover Food Retail
08.2021 - 12.2023
John Marshall High School